White Collar & Government Investigations Associate — Hybrid

Mcguire; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 235,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merit bonus

Pro bono credits

Excellent benefits

Job summary

McGuireWoods LLP in Richmond seeks an experienced mid-level associate to join its Government Investigations and White Collar Litigation Department. The role offers exposure to federal and state investigations and engagement with clients across industries.

Candidates should have 2–5 years of government investigations experience in a top-tier firm, excellent academics and writing ability, and clerkship or Chambers/AmLaw 20 background preferred.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of government investigations experience in a top-tier law firm.
• Excellent academic credentials and writing skills are required.
• Judicial law clerk experience is highly valued.
• Experience at an AmLaw 20 firm in DC or NY strongly preferred.
• Experience at Chambers white collar Band 1 firms is highly valued.
• Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with client, business, and legal teams.
• Willingness and desire to work with innovative technology platforms. Our attorneys leverage Harvey AI to accelerate research, streamline document drafting, and enhance analytical work, allowing associates to focus on higher‑value strategic thinking and client engagement.
• Virginia State Bar is required.

Skills

Government investigations experience

Writing skills

Interpersonal skills

Client interaction

Harvey AI

Tools

Harvey AI

Job description

McGuireWoods LLP in Richmond seeks an experienced mid-level associate to join its Government Investigations and White Collar Litigation Department. The role offers exposure to federal and state investigations and engagement with clients across industries.

Candidates should have 2–5 years of government investigations experience in a top-tier firm, excellent academics and writing ability, and clerkship or Chambers/AmLaw 20 background preferred.